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Danone's NZ profits surge, dividend doubles to $19.8m

Revenue increased 32% to $591.99m.

Ikea to hire 500 staff for NZ launch, 100 more than planned

Employees get five weeks paid leave as well as a 15% discount at the store.

Major supermarket apologises for humiliating woman with false shoplifting claim

The supermarket said its staff caused her public embarrassment and distress.

'I know it’s wrong': Woman stole expensive perfumes for dealers in exchange for drugs

Chardella Whiu targeted stores like Farmers and Chemist Warehouse for luxury items.

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag

New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update

Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

Wellington homeowner uncovers human remains in their garden

Police have launched an investigation after a Wellington homeowner uncovered human remains in their garden. Video / Ethan Manera

Opinion: NZ’s plan to ‘welcome anyone, from anywhere, anytime’ is not a sustainable tourism policy

NZ aims to attract more Chinese tourists during the off-season.

Napier Port rejects union claim it is 'selectively suspending' workers

'Disruptive' industrial action under way as higher pay sought for about 185 port workers.

Brief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe gales

Heavy rain watches are being issued.

'Scary as hell': Council couldn't find way to stop hoarding before weekend inferno

'I just knew that one day this would happen.'

Power and versatility: All Blacks selection shake-up

Scott Robertson's second year sparks a notable selection shake-up for the All Blacks.

Supermarkets admit breaching Fair Trading Act with misleading prices, face millions in fines

The maximum penalty for each charge is $600,000.

Tech Insider: Australia's U16 social media ban passes key test – but NZ watchdog remains sceptical

Netsafe's CEO has criticised the under-16 ban as a 'bureaucratic fever dream'.

'Over the moon': Taplin's first win with father watching

Jack Taplin rode his first winner aboard Pacifico at Tauranga on Saturday.

'28 Years Later': Ralph Fiennes stars in new Danny Boyle horror film

The film explores themes of survival and humanity during societal collapse.

Police seek sightings of two missing teens last seen in red vehicle

Concerned families urge anyone with information to contact police on 105.

'Enormous harm': Police bust major drug syndicate in Wellington

Police seized 23kg of meth and more than 1000 MDMA pills in Wellington.